No let up as Perpetual Help tries to add to misery of slumping Letran

Powerhouse Perpetual Help collides with defending champion Letran on Tuesday, with both teams aiming to improve on their respective positions in the 92nd NCAA seniors basketball tournament at The Arena in San Juan City.

The Altas, tied at second spot with Arellano U with identical 10-3 marks, try to keep themselves inside the Top 2 while the Knights, running at sixth with an even 7-7 record, intend to extend their winning streak to three while staying within striking distance for the fourth and final semifinals spot.

That should make their 4 p.m. showdown doubly crucial, as opposing mentors keep their focus on the task at hand.

“Every game is a championship game for us,” said Perpetual Help coach Jimwell Gican, who is eager to lead the Altas back to the Final Four round after missing the trip last year.

Gab Dagangon, the Altas’ top local who’s expected to go up against Knights star Rey Nambatac, is confident about their chances to taking another step towards a Top 2 berth that offers a twice-to-beat edge in the semis.